Have not had the appliance long enough to judge as I haven't quite learned how to get the right amount of compression, length of time, etc. However, I am pleased with it and really enjoy how easy it is to clean! That was my biggest concern, that it would be very difficult to clean; using the thin layer of olive oil and allowing it to cool as directed works perfectly - very easy to just wipe clean. There are still many things I'm looking forward to trying.

Have not stopped using it since I bought it. Very satisfied.

Good product for the grill enthusiast. Making panini is worth it by itself, but indoor meat and veggie grilling is a bonus. If yu like this kind of cooking, you'll like this item.